This unique four-volume encyclopedia examines the historical significance of fashion trends, revealing the social and cultural connections of clothing from the

This major textbook is designed for students studying textiles and fashion at higher and undergraduate level, as well as those needing a comprehensive and autho

Contains 640 alphabetized, cross-referenced entries on clothing and fashion, covering such disciplines as fashion design, anthropology, sociology, business, his

This two-volume set presents information and images of the varied clothing and textiles of cultures around the world, allowing readers to better appreciate the

Whilst seemingly simple garments such as the tunic remained staples of the classical wardrobe, sources from the period reveal a rich variety of changing styles